Southwest Calgary Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Southwest Calgary
Popular places to visit
Scotiabank Saddledome
Catch an event at Scotiabank Saddledome during your trip to Calgary. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Chinook Centre
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Chinook Centre during your trip to Calgary. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Canada Olympic Park
Originally opened for the 1988 Winter Olympics, this fantastic attraction is now open to the public and boasts an impressive range of winter sport activities.
17 Avenue SW
During your trip to Calgary, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at 17 Avenue SW. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
Heritage Park Historical Village
You can study the exhibits at Heritage Park Historical Village, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Calgary. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
The Military Museums
Step back in time and explore military history from 1885 to the present day in this hub of information and knowledge.
Activities
2025 Winner-Lake Louise Moraine Lake Johnston Canyon Banff Town
Lake Louise Moraine Lake Banff Gondola Cave Basin Bow Falls
Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Banff Tour from Calgary/Canmore/Banff
Banff Town ,Lake Louise, Moraine , Emerald & Johnston Canyon Tour
Banff: Lake Louise, Marble Canyon, Bow Lake, Peyto Lake Tour
Banff: Gondola Cave Basin, Johnston Canyon & Lake Minnewanka
Our pick of the best Southwest Calgary Hotel Deals
Grey Eagle Resort
Everyone was courteous front desk was always very polite will definitely stay again,rooms were very clean
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Calgary South
Good stay for good price
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Carriage House Hotel & Conference Centre
The room was clean, bed was comfortable and no noise at night
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Calgary Centre Inn
Room was clean, customer service was good
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Amenida Residences
Lovely and clean
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Super 8 by Wyndham Macleod Trail Calgary
Clean room, comfy bed and met our needs.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Calgary
Mount Royal
While Mount Royal isn't home to many top sights, Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital and Fourth Street are some notable places to visit nearby.
Mission District
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Mission District. You might want to make time for a stop at Macnab Wing of the Holy Cross Hospital or 17 Avenue SW.
Connaught
If you're spending some time in Connaught, 17 Avenue SW and Lougheed House are top sights worth seeing.
Beltline
Visitors often come to Beltline for its abundant dining options, but many stay to explore sights like Cowboys Casino and Stampede Park. Getting around the area on the metro is easy if you take a ride at Victoria Park - Stampede Station.
Kensington
River views, restaurants and shopping are just a few things that make Kensington unique. Make a stop by Plaza Theatre while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Sunnyside Station to get around town.
Victoria Park
Well liked for its architecture and entertainment venues, Victoria Park is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Cowboys Casino and Scotiabank Saddledome, and jump on the metro at Victoria Park - Stampede Station to get around the city.
